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The Days Gone Trilogy We Never Got (and Why)

Bend Studio's 2019 title, Days Gone, was an original IP that was supposed to be a trilogy- want to know what the full three-story arch would have been? We've got the scoop, so check it out here!
by Andrea CarterFebruary 18, 2025

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is the First Great Game of the Year

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is the first great game of the year and a fitting sequel to ENDER LILIES. This Metroidvania got its hooks into Iain and never let go. Let him tell you why.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 12, 2025

Bioware Games Have Ruined Me For All Other Games

Bioware Games have been front and center in Brandy’s gaming collection for years. Find out why and how she feels about some of the decisions EA has made lately.
by Brandy BrownFebruary 9, 2025

Why Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Isn't ALL Bad

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is winding down. The final season is upon us, and Rocksteady is moving on to other projects. It’s not a good game, but let us tell you why it’s not ALL bad. There’s definitely some fun to be had!
by Iain McParlandJanuary 30, 2025

Will Assassin's Creed: Shadows Be Better Than These Top 3 Assassin's Creed Games?

Jordan is eagerly waiting for Assassin’s Creed Shadows. To prepare, he is looking at his top three AC games! Which ones make the list? Read more to find out.
by Jordan JurkowskiJanuary 25, 2025

The Sonic 3 Movie DLC For Sonic X Shadow Generations Is Almost Perfect

Sonic X Shadow Generations DLC has dropped, but does it justify the price tag? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on the Sonic 3 Movie DLC.
by Thomas RichardsDecember 28, 2024

Couch Soup Contributors' Game of the Year 2024!

It’s been a fantastic year for gaming! With loads of excellent games releasing in 2024, our very own contributors have been weighing in with their own personal picks for Game of the Year 2024!
by Iain McParlandDecember 26, 2024

5 Excellent Metroidvanias Released in 2024 You MUST Play

Iain has been on a Metroidvania kick in 2024, and he’s played a lot of them. He’s compiled a list of 5 Metroidvanias you MUST play that were released in 2024, and here’s why. He’s serious btw. GO PLAY THEM!
by Iain McParlandDecember 18, 2024

It's A Matter of 'Life & Death': Is This New Pack Worth Every Simoleon? | It’s A Sims Thing

There's a new grim The Sims 4 pack, but is it worth the download? From new careers to new create-a-sim features to better ghosts to tarot cards and even funerals, this new pack has plenty of favorable new features!
by Stephanie JudgeDecember 12, 2024

Arcane Season 2: A Backstep From a Masterpiece

Arcane's second season has been a difficult one for Ben to swallow. Join him as he gives his opinions on Arcane Season Two.
by Ben HazellDecember 11, 2024
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Fractured Blooms Blossoms into Something Sinister

The developer behind the genre-bending Doki Doki Literature Club, Serenity Forge, has released a demo for their next title, Fractured Blooms. Check out the first twenty minutes of gameplay with Couch Soup.
by Andrea CarterDecember 30, 2025

Dispatch: A Tale-Told, 1 Million Sold.

Is Dispatch all the rage? Does it deserve game of the year? Ben goes into the deeper parts of what makes Dispatch a sneaky game of the year level contender.
by Ben HazellDecember 14, 2025

Lumines: Arise Review - Too Much Synesthesia?

The next entry in the Lumines series, Lumines: Arise, is here from the Tetris Effect studio, Enhance. Has this entry elevated this puzzle game to new heights, or is there such a thing as too much synesthesia?
by Iain McParlandDecember 4, 2025

10 Games Not Nominated for GOTY That We LOVED in 2025

The GOTY nominations have been announced and they’re all great games, but here at CouchSoup, we loved a whole bunch more from 2025. Here are some of our favorites NOT nominated for the top award!
by Iain McParlandNovember 22, 2025

Raiders of the ARC

Beware the Tumbleweeds! If you’re already playing ARC Raiders, then you know exactly what I mean. If you’re not yet, let's talk about why you should and why this looter/shooter with extraction, might just be the GOTY for 2025.
by Tim BeisiegelNovember 19, 2025

Bye Sweet Carole is a Sinister Disney Animated Feature Made Playable

Bye Sweet Carole is the 2D survival game from an alternate Disney universe where everything is creepy and sinister. Iain tells us that, despite its flaws, this game might still be worth your time.
by Iain McParlandNovember 17, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Review - The Best Racing Game Ever?

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is finally here, and it might be the best racing game this year. Join Tom as he gives his review of the latest entry in the Sonic Racing series.
by Thomas RichardsNovember 12, 2025

Hollow Knight: Silksong Was Worth It's Meme-worthy Long Wait

Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally been released after 84 long years of waiting. Iain tells us all why this game from Team Cherry was worth the meme-worthy long development time.
by Iain McParlandNovember 2, 2025

Lost in The Nowhere: The Twisted Brilliance of Little Nightmares 3

Little Nightmares comes just in time for Halloween. Does this third installment live up to the previous games? Join Jordan as he plays it on the PS5.
by Jordan JurkowskiOctober 24, 2025

PAX Aus 2025: 5 Indie Games That Stole The Show

PAX Aus 2025 had a massive collection of independent games on display, but a handful of them grabbed our interest and didn’t let go. Join Tom as he shares five indie games that stole the show.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 19, 2025
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